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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

October 10 - October 17

Cheapest
Best

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

$129

$127

Round trip

October 3 - October 31

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

$112

$137

Round trip

October 10 - October 14

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

$132

$137

Round trip

October 3 - October 24

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

$112

$137

Round trip

October 24 - October 31

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

$131

$137

Round trip

October 17 - October 21

Best

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

$134

$137

Round trip

October 17 - October 24

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

$131

$137

Round trip

October 10 - October 24

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

$120

$137

Round trip

September 12 - October 3

Earliest

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

$111

$144

Round trip

September 12 - October 10

Earliest

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

$111

$145

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

Fares for cheap flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu typically range from $115–$198, with a median of $153. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, indicating a consistent flow of available options for travelers.
A typical journey from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu takes about 4h 55m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with layovers, providing a comprehensive view of the travel time you can expect.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu, March stands out with a median fare of $98. Other cost-effective months include September, with a median of $113, and January, where the median fare is $119. These months offer more budget-friendly options compared to the overall median.
For direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu, 52.8% of recent itineraries are non-stop. This means a meaningful share are non-stop, while the remaining itineraries typically connect once. Travelers have a good chance of finding a direct flight, but connecting options are also common.
The distance between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu is 1,432 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall flight duration and the types of aircraft typically used for this journey.

How much is a round trip from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

Regular price: $103 - $209

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu International is between $103 and $209. The current lowest deal is $127 with Scoot for travel from Oct 10 to Oct 17.

now $127

Low $103

High $209

The cheapest time to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

The cheapest month to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is March, with a median price of $98. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $192. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $98

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $192

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Direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

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Last-minute flights going from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

Royal Brunei Airlines

Singapore (SIN) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Royal Brunei Airlines

$244

$235

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

Royal Brunei Airlines

Singapore (SIN) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Royal Brunei Airlines

$243

$235

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

Royal Brunei Airlines

Singapore (SIN) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Royal Brunei Airlines

$242

$235

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

Royal Brunei Airlines

Singapore (SIN) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Royal Brunei Airlines

$238

$234

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

Royal Brunei Airlines

Singapore (SIN) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Royal Brunei Airlines

$238

$234

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SIN - Kota Kinabalu

Royal Brunei Airlines

Singapore (SIN) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Royal Brunei Airlines

$238

$213

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

$265  →  $234

12%

3 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 4

$266  →  $235

12%

2 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 10

$265  →  $235

11%

3 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 11

$264  →  $235

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

Singapore - Kota Kinabalu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Singapore to Kota Kinabalu are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $98

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu, at $98.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 4h 55m direct

Direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu typically take 4 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

52.8% of deals are direct

About 52.8% of recent deals for this route are direct, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Scoot offers direct flights

Scoot is an airline that has offered direct flights on the Singapore to Kota Kinabalu route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu are frequent, with 1.03 deals per day.

Singapore main airports to depart from

Singapore Changi (SIN)

Cheapest

Singapore Changi Airport is a great choice for flights to Kota Kinabalu, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~19 km from Singapore city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$127

Kota Kinabalu main airports to arrive at

Kota Kinabalu International (BKI)

Cheapest

Kota Kinabalu International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Kota Kinabalu.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$127

Airports nearby Kota Kinabalu used as alternative

Brunei International (BWN)

Brunei International offers full-service carrier options and serves as an alternative gateway for long-haul flights.

📍 ~135 km from Kota Kinabalu (requires international border crossing into Brunei and multiple checkpoints by road)

💸 Flights from ~$251

Sandakan (SDK)

Sandakan is a major domestic airport in Sabah with reliable flight schedules to major Malaysian hubs.

📍 ~220 km from Kota Kinabalu (significant road travel distance)

💸 Flights from ~$218

Labuan (LBU)

Labuan provides regular regional connections and is an option due to its proximity to Kota Kinabalu.

📍 ~100 km from Kota Kinabalu (requires ferry or short flight to reach from the mainland)

💸 Flights from ~$234

Limbang (LMN)

Cheapest

Limbang offers regional connectivity within Sarawak, primarily served by small turboprop aircraft.

📍 ~135 km from Kota Kinabalu

💸 Flights from ~$207

Lawas (LWY)

Lawas is a very small facility that can serve as an alternative regional access point.

📍 ~160 km from Kota Kinabalu

💸 Flights from ~$228

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kota Kinabalu

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Best Elite deals to Kota Kinabalu

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From SIN

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Dec 01

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

77% AI deal score

$983

$616

Save $367

From SIN

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Jul 27

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

75% AI deal score

$913

$616

Save $297

From SIN

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Jul 16

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

75% AI deal score

$909

$616

Save $293

From SIN

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Sep 01

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

68% AI deal score

$904

$748

Save $156

From SIN

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Sep 01

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

68% AI deal score

$891

$748

Save $143

From SIN

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Jul 10

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

67% AI deal score

$857

$748

Save $109

From SIN

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Sep 01

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

67% AI deal score

$878

$748

Save $130

From SIN

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Jul 10

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

67% AI deal score

$877

$748

Save $129

From SIN

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Jul 27

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

67% AI deal score

$869

$749

Save $120

From SIN

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Aug 23

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

66% AI deal score

$831

$748

Save $83

From SIN

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Aug 21

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

66% AI deal score

$830

$748

Save $82

From SIN

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Jun 28

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

65% AI deal score

$803

$747

Save $56

From SIN

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Aug 29

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

44% AI deal score

$1,207

From SIN

Elite

Sep 05

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

43% AI deal score

$1,204

From SIN

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Sep 12

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

43% AI deal score

$1,204

From SIN

Elite

Sep 05

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

43% AI deal score

$1,204

From SIN

Elite

Sep 19

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

43% AI deal score

$1,207

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kota Kinabalu

Historically, the best time to book flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is typically 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $149. Booking within 7-13 days of departure sees prices average around $164, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically results in an average price of $184. Across the trailing quarter, prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings compared to those made further in advance.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is considered to be $115 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $153. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $198 or less. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the good price threshold for the best value.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu are March, with a median price of $98, and September, with a median price of $113. January also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $119. These months typically present better value compared to the annual median price of $153 for this route.